NDBC IT Manager

Lynker Technologies; Mississippi; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Job summary

Lynker Technologies seeks an experienced IT Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team supporting NOAA's National Data Buoy Center at Stennis Space Center, MS. You will oversee Windows/Linux environments, cloud and on-prem infrastructure, software development, help desk operations, and cybersecurity to ensure 24/7 data availability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a technical field with 6+ years IT experience, including government contracts, and strong collaboration with government leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field; 6+ years IT experience with leadership on government contracts.
• Experience sustaining 24/7/365 operations and government IT security requirements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor IT teams across server, network, software development, and cybersecurity.
• Interface with NOAA/NDBC leadership to understand tasks, priorities and workload estimates.
• Oversee IT operations, cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) and on-prem data center.
• Coordinate audits (A&A, STIG) and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO).

Skills

Leadership

IT management

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity

Windows/Linux

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

NIST SP 800-53

A&A / STIG

Job description

Lynker Technologies

NDBC IT Manager

US-MS-Stennis

Job ID: 2026-1726

Type: Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Stennis, MS

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Manager to join our growing team supporting NOAA's National Data Buoy Center at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi near the Mississippi Gulf Coast and New Orleans, Louisiana.

The Lynker NDBC IT Manager serves as the primary contractor leader responsible for overseeing the IT infrastructure, network operations, software development, and cyber security supporting the NDBC which maintains the world's largest real-time marine observation network dedicated to maritime safety and environmental observations for now and the future. NDBC's network includes moored-ocean buoys, fixed coastal stations, and mobile observing platforms that observe, report, and disseminate atmospheric, oceanographic, meteorological, and tsunami measurements. The observations gathered by NDBC support operational and research programs at the and other organizations, as well as the understanding and predictions of patterns in weather, oceans, and coasts. In addition to the data from a network of approximately 240 stations, NDBC obtains and distributes observations from partner organizations across the world.

The Lynker NDBC IT Manager leads a multidisciplinary team of approximately 20 systems/database/ network administrators, software developers, helpdesk technicians, and cybersecurity specialists to ensure 24/7/365 availability of real-time oceanographic and meteorological data streams. This role acts as the operational bridge between contractor IT task performance and government NDBC leadership.

Responsibilities

Duties of the NDBC IT Manager will include the following:

• Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary IT team overseeing Windows/Linux server infrastructure, networks, database systems, custom software development, helpdesk operations, and cybersecurity.
• Maintain an effective operational interface with Government NDBC IT leadership to understand tasking requirements, priorities, and to communicate level of effort estimates, and workload impacts.
• Coordinate with Lynker management team for cross-departmental projects.
• Establish resource schedules, assign tasks, evaluate team performance, and ensure alignment with contract requirements.
• Lead strategic discussions to drive effective solutions to meet contract requirements.
• Deliver high-quality customer service by ensuring responsive support, proactive stakeholder communication, and rapid resolution of technical issues across all operational groups.
• Serve as the main Point of Contact (POC) for all IT operations, incidents, and strategic planning.
• Ensure the NDBC mission of 24/7/365 data flow is met for NDBC and partner stations.
• Communicate service outages promptly, providing regular updates and post-resolution root cause analysis.
• Manage IT infrastructure in AWS, Azure, and a local data center.
• Coordinate planned hardware/software maintenance windows, vendor support, and hardware lifecycle refreshes.
• Ensure all IT assets strictly adhere to NOAA/NWS, DOC, and NIST SP 800-53 security controls.
• Lead contractor support for annual Assessment & Authorization (A&A) audits, STIG compliance, vulnerability remediation, and POA&M resolution to maintain an Authority to Operate (ATO).

Qualifications

The NDBC IT Manager should have the following:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Experience:

• 6+ years of progressive IT experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial or lead capacity on Federal Government contracts (NOAA, DoD, NASA, or DHS preferred).
• Proven track record overseeing comprehensive IT operations, encompassing software development, systems infrastructure, and IT help desk operations.
• Experience with supporting 24/7/365 operations.
• Experience with supporting IT security requirements in a government environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Clearance / Site Access

• Must be able to successfully complete a NOAA (Stennis Space Center)/NASA background investigation for site/system access.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. Note: US Citizenship or a valid Green Card is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

Ideal NDBC IT Manager

will have the following:

Education: Master's degree in a technical or business/management discipline.

Certifications: PMP, ITIL v4 Foundation, and/or DoD 8570/8140 cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Security+).

Technical & Modernization Capabilities

• Strong knowledge of software development and cloud native technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud environments, particularly AWS and Azure.
• Hands-on experience with agile methodologies.
• Experience driving IT modernization, including leveraging Artificial Intelligence to streamline software development and optimize IT operations.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities - creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.